What the Bible Says About Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness by Mike Sharman

In this insightful interview, Doug Apple sits down with Mike Sharman, General Counsel for Share HealthCare, to dissect the spiritual foundation of the United States as the nation prepares for its 250th birthday. Moving past the history books and straight into the Word of God, Sharman illustrates how the "unalienable rights" mentioned by Thomas Jefferson were not mere political theories, but direct applications of Scripture. -- Mike Sharman explains how the right to life is rooted in Genesis 1:27 and 2:7, establishing that because God breathed life into man, no government has the authority to extinguish it. -- The duo discusses the "Liberty Bell" and its inscription from Leviticus 25:10, exploring the biblical mandate to proclaim liberty to all inhabitants and the dire warnings from Jeremiah for nations that fail to do so. -- Sharman provides a fascinating distinction between the "right to happiness" and the "pursuit of happiness," arguing that the latter requires our active cooperation with God and a rejection of socialist ideologies. -- The conversation covers the practical application of these rights today, specifically through healthcare sharing, and how ministries like Share HealthCare empower families to live with greater financial and spiritual freedom. -- Doug Apple and Mike Sharman conclude with a powerful reminder to "resist the devil" when negative attitudes or "Eeyore" tendencies arise, choosing instead to enter God’s gates with thanksgiving. Scriptures for Further Study -- Genesis 1:27 -- Genesis 2:7 -- Leviticus 25:10 -- Psalm 127:4-5 -- Ecclesiastes 3:12-13 -- Jeremiah 34:17 -- Acts 14:17 -- 1 Corinthians 7:23 +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/